Matthias Vierstraete

Who am I

I am a partner at Deloitte Legal and head of our IP/ICT/Data Law team. With a deep specialisation in intellectual property, technology, and data law, I help clients protect, commercialise, and futureproof their innovations and digital operations. I am active at our Ghent office.

What I do

• Advise clients on a wide spectrum of IP, ICT and Data related matters, with a focus on transactional and compliance matters. My work relates to trademarks, patents, copyright, licensing, software development, cloud computing, software development, new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, data protection (incl. GDPR), etc.
• Life Science & Health Care industry leader

Who I work with

• Entrepreneurs, scale-ups, tech companies, in-house legal teams, and IP-intensive organisations across sectors
• Often for clients active in Life sciences and TMT industry.

My approach

I believe legal support should empower innovation, not slow it down. I combine in-depth legal expertise with a pragmatic, hands-on mindset—translating complex legal questions into actionable insights that align with my clients’ business models and growth ambitions.

Credentials and leadership

• Head of Deloitte Legal’s IP/IT/Data Law services
• Growth partner for Deloitte Legal

Why Deloitte Legal

Managing and enhancing the value of intangible assets requires a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach. Deloitte Legal brings together legal, regulatory, and technology expertise under one roof—creating a powerful platform to support innovation-led businesses.